Denier - Frederick II (Nuremberg) ND (1240-1268) front Denier - Frederick II (Nuremberg) ND (1240-1268) back
Denier - Frederick II (Nuremberg) ND (1240-1268) photo
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Denier - Frederick II Nuremberg ND

 
Silver 0.93 g 20 mm
Description
Issuer
Holy Roman Empire
King
Frederick II (1212-1250)
Period
Great Interregnum (1254-1273)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1240-1268
Value
1 Denier (Pfennig)
Currency
Denier (843-1385)
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.93 g
Diameter
20 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#108554
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Rampant lion left.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Frederick II, also known as Frederick the Great, who was the Holy Roman Emperor from 1220 to 1250. He was known for his military conquests and his efforts to centralize power within the Holy Roman Empire. The coin's design likely reflects his importance and influence during this time period.